By Anna Chacon
October 12, 2023
4 minutes
Dr. Anna Chacón
is a board-certified dermatologist with licenses to practice in 53 states, and her dedication to dermatology goes far beyond the ordinary. Her mission is to assist patients in managing skin diseases and enhancing their quality of life. She provides them with the tools they need to improve their skin health, going the extra mile to ensure their well-being.
What sets Dr. Chacón apart is her commitment to equipping her patients with the knowledge and resources necessary for maintaining healthy skin. In the midst of the pandemic, her passion for telemedicine grew exponentially. This innovative approach allowed individuals with limited access to healthcare to receive prompt attention, reducing waiting times to consult with a dermatologist.
Dr. Chacón is not just an expert in her field; she’s also a passionate educator. Her desire to share her knowledge and help others understand the intricacies of skin, its care, and the management of various skin conditions has prompted her to create valuable content on her social media channels and the pages of her private clinic, “Miami Derm,” which boasts over 30,000 followers. Here, she answers numerous patient queries, providing guidance and support online.
Beyond her medical degree, Dr. Chacón is a graduate in economics from Brown University. Prior to embarking on her dermatology residency, she conducted research fellowships at the University of Miami, contributing to several groundbreaking studies in her field. She completed her dermatology residency at the University of Southern California Medical Center and later dedicated three years to clinical practice in Cleveland.
Dr. Anna Chacón is a true advocate for skin health, with her passion and dedication leaving a lasting impact on her patients and the broader medical community. Her commitment to patient education and access to healthcare sets her apart as an inspiring figure in the field of dermatology.
Credentials
- Dermatologist. Cleveland Clinic Florida – Weston, Florida. August 2018-present
- Resident, Dermatology. LAC + USC Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA.
- Post-Doctoral Clinical Research Fellow, Dermatologic & Laser Surgery. University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Department of Dermatology & Cutaneous Surgery, Mohs/Laser Unit. 2012 – 2013.
- Internship, General Surgery. Orlando Health/Orlando Regional Medical Center, Orlando, FL. 2013-2014.
- M.D. Doctorate of Medicine. Warren Alpert Medical School – Brown University. Providence, RI. 2008-2012
- B.A. Economics. Brown University. Providence, RI. 2004-2008.
- Program in Liberal Medical Education (PLME). Combined baccalaureate-MD program. Brown University. Providence, RI. 2004-2012.
- Valedictorian. Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart. High School. Miami, FL. Class of 2004.
Board Certification
- Florida Medical License: ME127579, clear/active, exp 1/31/2022
- California Medical License: A 144337, license renewed and current, exp 2/28/2022
- Florida Medical Doctor Expert Witness Certificate: MEEW7004, active, exp 10/9/2021
- Board Certification in Dermatology: Diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology, Active and Current, ABD ID# 021043
Professional Memberships
- 2012-present: Brown Club of Miami, Community Chair
- 2010-2012: Latino Medical Student Association, member & student representative at the national conference in New York (2009)
- 2011-2012: Dermatology Interest Group
- 2008-2012: Brown Medical Student Ambassador
- 2008-2009: Pediatric Interest Group, Secretary
Honors and Scholarships
- ASDS Resident Scholarship Award for the Annual Meeting – 2017
- WDS: Women’s Derm Society mentorship award to study leprosy in the Philippines, 2016
- World Congress of Dermatology International Meeting Grant, Vancouver, CA 2015
- 2012: Nathan and Giddon Families Endowed Clerkship Scholarship – Clinical rotation in Israel in Rheumatology & Dermatology at Rambam Medical Center at the Technion, Haifa, Israel
- 2011-2012: Honors in 13 clinical rotations including: Longitudinal Ambulatory Clerkship in Pediatrics, Advanced Clerkship in Internal Medicine, Rheumatology, Infectious Diseases, Diagnostic Radiology & Nuclear Medicine, Hematology-Oncology, Plastic Surgery, Special Immunology, Neurology, Ophthalmology, Wound Healing, Pediatric Dermatology, Dermatology
- 2011: High Pass on Pediatrics core clerkship
- 2009-2010: Honors in seven 2nd year courses including Cardiology, Pulmonary, Renal, Supporting Structures, Hematology-Oncology, Gastrointestinal, and Human Reproduction, Growth and Development
- 2008-2009: Honors in four 1st year courses including Brain Sciences, Endocrine Sciences, Microbiology/Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology
- 2008-2009: Honors in joint elective with Roger Williams University School of Law, “Law, Medicine, and Ethics”
- 2009: American Academy of Dermatology Diversity Mentorship grant recipient
PRESS/ Media Features & Publications
Journal Experience:
- 2012-present: peer review assistant for International Journal of Dermatology
- 2012-present: peer review assistant for Journal of Drugs in Dermatology
- 2012-present: peer review assistant for British Journal of Dermatology
- 2012-present: peer review assistant for Dermatologic Surgery
- 2012-present: editorial manager assistant for Lasers in Medical Science
Research Experience:
- 2012-present: Post-Doctoral Clinical Research Fellow, Dermatologic and Laser Surgery, Mohs/Laser Unit, Department of Dermatology & Cutaneous Surgery, University of Miami, Miami, Florida
- 2009: AAD Diversity Mentorship Program, Brown University’s Rhode Island Hospital, Department of Dermatology, Providence, RI
